The Tragic Death of Baby Nicholas Exposes the Deadly Spread of Fentanyl

The increasing use of fentanyl, a potent and deadly drug, has sparked a dilemma in New York City over how to address the drug epidemic. Some argue for decriminalization and a public health approach, citing the failure of aggressive crackdowns and the need to provide support and treatment for drug users. Others express concerns about the rise in open drug use and its impact on communities, as well as the potential for violence and the difficulty of prosecuting higher-level drug dealers. The debate comes as the city grapples with record-high overdose deaths and the tragic death of a 1-year-old possibly due to fentanyl exposure at a day care.